A new and improved mouseover presentation on All About Vision explains what all those numbers and technical terms mean on a contact lens prescription, in a fun and interactive way.

Anatomy of a Contact Lens Prescription gives you the nitty gritty on base curve, lens diameter, cylinder, axis, add power and more. It also explains the expiration date and how eye care practitioners decide when that will be.

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